FBI profiler says school shooters show warning signs

After 17 years, the mother of one of the Columbine High School shooters is breaking her silence. In an exclusive interview by Diane Sawyer, Sue Klebold the mother of gunman Dylan Klebold, says she had no idea her son was troubled.

KRDO spoke with a retired FBI profiler about the warning signs that all parents should know.

“I think we like to believe that our love and understanding is protective and if anything was wrong with my kid, I would know, but I didn’t know,” said Sue Klebold.

Klebold’s son, Dylan, along with his friend Eric Harris, killed 12 students and a teacher at Columbine High School in 1999.

Retired FBI profiler Pete Klismet, says that warning signs may be difficult to see, but they’re always there

“In almost 100 percent of the cases, there are warning signs, but when people see them, they’re typically ignored,” said Klismet.

Family and friends should look for unusual posts on social media or out-of-character behavior at school.

“They announce what they’re going to do, in some manner, before they do it,” Klismet said.

If anyone notices these warning signs, the student should get professional help, fast.

“Intervention is successfull with kids. Furthermore, if you’re not following the activities of your kid in school, after school and online, then you’re not doing your job as a parent,” said Klismet.

The exlusive ABC interview with Sue Klebold was seen around the world, but some didn’t appreciate the mother breaking her silence.

A tweet from the Colorado Attorney General’s Office reads, “Shooter’s mom doesn’t get it. Decision to talk now doesn’t prevent #SchoolShootings. Instead could have very negative consequences. #Selfish”

“That’s a very unfortunate statement to be made by the highest law enforcement official in the state of Colorado,” said Klismet.

Sue Klebold just released her memoir called “A Mother’s Reckoning.” The proceeds from her book will go toward research and foundations focused on mental illness.